Astro Journal · Buddhism

Neptune in Aries and the Challenge of Non-Action

We’ve been exploring the meaning of Neptune in Aries and I found some notes on will and intention lurking in my drafts folder that seem relevant. Aries is ruled by Mars, the planet of action and willpower and while Neptune is there, we may be challenged to spiritualise the way we act by learning about… Continue reading Neptune in Aries and the Challenge of Non-Action

Astro Journal · Current Transits

Neptune in Aries: Spiritual Renewal and Becoming Yourself

Last time we explored the possibilities for the transit of Neptune in Aries which starts on 30th March 2025 and lasts until March 2039. Neptune in Aries represents the idealisation of individuals and heroic action and could bring a great spiritual and creative renaissance, alongside an increase in violence and war that spreads across borders.… Continue reading Neptune in Aries: Spiritual Renewal and Becoming Yourself

Astro Journal · Current Transits

Neptune in Aries – 2025 to 2039 – Possibilities

In a previous post we explored the history of Neptune in Aries but now it’s time to look forward. Neptune enters Aries on 30th March 2025 and stays there for about 14 years until March 2039 with a bit of toggling at either end. This transit will feel very different to the last 14 years… Continue reading Neptune in Aries – 2025 to 2039 – Possibilities

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Mercury Retrograde in Aries and Pisces 2025

This spring the Mercury retrograde cycle syncs up with the Venus retrograde cycle and they go spelunking together in the underworld just as Neptune enters Aries for the first time in 165 years. Both Venus and Mercury cross paths with Neptune as they shuttle back and forth from Aries into Pisces and back again. You… Continue reading Mercury Retrograde in Aries and Pisces 2025

Astro Journal · Current Transits

The Saturn Neptune conjunction in Aries 2025–26

Last time we explored the wider possibilities for the Saturn Neptune conjunction that becomes exact on 20th February 2026. This year the planets enter an 8-degree orb on 3rd March and get incredibly close to exact in the summer, reaching 12 minutes from exact on 15th July 2025 at 1–2° Aries. They remain close for… Continue reading The Saturn Neptune conjunction in Aries 2025–26

Astro Journal · Current Transits

Saturn Neptune Conjunction in Aries – Time to Wake Up!

Last time we explored the history of Saturn Neptune conjunctions in Aries to get a feel for how they work. The current conjunction doesn’t become exact until 20th February 2026 but it gets close this year. It enters an 8-degree orb on 3rd March 2025 and gets to within 12 minutes of exact on 15th… Continue reading Saturn Neptune Conjunction in Aries – Time to Wake Up!

Astro Journal · Current Transits

Saturn Neptune Conjunction in Aries: Historical Examples

This year the Saturn Neptune cycle that started in 1989 comes to an end and the next cycle begins with the conjunction in 2025–26. These conjunctions happen about every 36 years and the entire cycle represents how we manifest our collective ideals through religion, politics, society and culture. It tests how well our beliefs and… Continue reading Saturn Neptune Conjunction in Aries: Historical Examples

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Venus Retrograde in Aries and Pisces 2025

This year the Venus retrograde cycle is pretty special because it coincides with the momentous event of Neptune entering Aries for the first time in 165 years. Venus enters her retrograde shadow in Pisces on 28th January and stations retrograde in Aries on 2nd March, crossing paths with Neptune along the way and then back… Continue reading Venus Retrograde in Aries and Pisces 2025

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Astro Journal December 2024

We’re almost at the end of 2024 and things will continue to feel intense as the Mars retrograde cycle unfolds into next year while opposite Pluto. There may be many surprises to come as Mars goes retrograde and throws unexpected spanners into the works. But there are also plenty of opportunities for positive transformations and… Continue reading Astro Journal December 2024

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Mercury Retrograde in Sagittarius 2024

Mercury is about to enter his retrograde shadow in Sagittarius and will station retrograde at the end of the month. This year he’s been going retrograde in fire signs when it’s a good time to rethink your ideas about the future and how you channel inspiration, creativity and intuition. This pattern continues into 2025 but… Continue reading Mercury Retrograde in Sagittarius 2024

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Astro Journal November 2024

As we approach the end of the year intensity levels are rising, alongside extreme and disruptive events, with potential sudden reversals and surprises. The feeling of dragging yourself forward through sludge may start to lift when Saturn goes direct mid-month but Neptune remains retrograde until December so a sense of bewildered confusion may continue. The… Continue reading Astro Journal November 2024